PICTURE: Airbus rolls out first A350-900ULR

Airbus has rolled out the first ultra long-range Airbus A350-900, the variant which is destined to be delivered initially to Singapore Airlines.

The aircraft, yet to be fitted with its Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, is being transferred to an outdoor station for ground tests, says the airframer.

Airbus adds that it will undergo a "short" flight-test programme to check the modifications which give the -900ULR its long-range capabilities – including the adapted fuel system which provides for 24,000 litres of extra fuel.